Boxes. One would think that in my bazillion moves that I would not have a deficient in boxes. One would think that with the amount of times I've moved that I would wise up and just keep my boxes, or maybe even not unpack anything. Well, I don't. Each move I pitch the boxes when … Continue reading Counting Blessings – Boxes

A few years back when one of my children was having horrible skin problems I came across a book of healing recipes that included a lot of ginger root. The recipes that included this spice I usually looked over because A) I had no idea as to what ginger root even was and B) I … Continue reading Counting Blessings – Ginger Root

*This Review does contain affiliate links to help keep out site up and running.* A couple weeks ago in church I picked up a Bible and was amazed when I opened it. The Bible wasn't written in columns like typical Bibles are. It in fact, was formatted to look like a novel- to provide seemless … Continue reading Book Review: NIV Readers Bible

As I lay in bed with the lights flickering, the winds howling, and the sounds of waves crashing- my arms fall asleep; weighted down by two sleeping and snoring children. I lay, listen, and think. The following comes to my head: The Superior Mother; Mother Superior Beautiful and bold, She is captivating … Continue reading The Superior Mother; Mother Superior

Today I threw two clothing items into the trash, and it brought me great happiness. I know, I'm weird... let me try to explain. Anyone who knows me knows that I do not like to buy things just to buy things. I do not like the waste of purchasing unnecessary materials; and I do not … Continue reading Counting Blessings – Worn Things

This little bottle of liquid- This is a vial of antihistamine. It is easy to put in a medical belt, easy to store in a pants pocket, easy to keep in the glove compartment of a vehicle. This little vial- sugar free and dye free, has kept little children alive more than once. When a … Continue reading Counting Blessings – Life Saving Liquid

Because life is too beautiful to be a grumble-pants: Today I am thankful for the man who drove this vehicle yesterday: I could grumble about how he took MY vehicle to work, how MY vehicle is smashed and how we don't have any money to even pay for the deductible. OR Choose to be happy- … Continue reading Counting Blessings – This Man

In a backwards, upside down world of chaos, it is easy and almost human nature to be a grumble pants. I realized this morning, it is a must for me to keep remembering the things I am thankful for- for praise is what makes this world a better place. The Portal to Sanity I am … Continue reading The Portal to Sanity